conservation

Learn about the Asian Longhorned Beetle, a non-native insect that destroys trees. USDA staff will be on hand to teach you how to spot the signs of an infestation in your neighborhood, and what you can do to help. Free with NYSCI admission.

NYSCI has partnered with Hudson River Park to bring a free science festival to New York City residents. SUBMERGE! NYC Marine Science Festival is a daylong festival devoted to understanding our coastal waters. This inspiring day of interactive science will take place on the waterfront…

Grand Canyon Adventure: River At Risk combines exhilarating river-rafting action on America’s most iconic river and the grandeur of the Grand Canyon to tell an engaging story of how ordinary people can make a difference for our parched planet—one that is running out of clean,…

See some live bats, plus find out about the benefits of bats, why we need to conserve them, and what you can do to help them at this special show with Rob Mies from the Organization for Bat Conservation. $6 adults, $5 children, students & seniors, plus NYSCI admission. (NYSCI members: $3 per person.)